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Bute

IMO Number
9319741
Vessel Type
Passenger Ro Ro Cargo Ship
Flag
United Kingdom

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Vessel Specifications

MMSI
235025112
Callsign
MHPD8
Width
15.0 m
Length
72.0 m

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Latest News

Service Disruption: 'Bute' Cancels Sailings Over Sewage System Malfunction
Jun 17, 2026

On June 16, the vessel 'Bute' encountered a malfunction in its sewage treatment system while operating the Wemyss Bay to Rothesay route. As a result, two sailings were cancelled, specifically the 7:00...

Technical Glitch Halts Bute Ferry Operations on Wemyss Bay - Rothesay Route
Mar 23, 2026

On March 23, the 'Bute', a prominent ferry on the Wemyss Bay - Rothesay route, encountered a technical malfunction involving its forward main engine, leading to a temporary suspension of its services....

Technical Glitch Halts 'Bute' Ferry Service on Wemyss Bay-Rothesay Route
Feb 18, 2026

The ferry 'Bute', which primarily operates the Wemyss Bay to Rothesay route, faced a significant technical malfunction involving its rescue boat davit on February 15, 2026. This incident prompted the...

Bow Visor Malfunction Affects Ferry Operations on Wemyss Bay-Rothesay Route
Nov 17, 2025

On November 17, the ferry 'Bute', which operates the Wemyss Bay to Rothesay route, encountered a problem with its bow visor. As a result, the vessel was forced to operate in a single-ended manner. Thi...

Resumed Services on Wemyss Bay-Rothesay Route After Quick Repairs
Oct 10, 2025

In a recent update for travelers, the Wemyss Bay-Rothesay ferry service faced disruptions due to technical problems with the MV 'Bute'. The issue necessitated an investigation and repairs, leading to...

Technical Difficulties Lead to Cancellations on Wemyss Bay-Rothesay Route
Oct 09, 2025

On October 7, the ferry 'Bute', which operates on the Wemyss Bay-Rothesay service, encountered a technical issue that necessitated further assessment. As a result, multiple sailings were canceled, aff...

Bute Ferry Faces Propulsion Challenges, Service Temporarily Disrupted
Sep 08, 2025

On September 6, the ferry 'Bute', which operates the Wemyss Bay to Rothesay route, encountered a technical malfunction involving its propulsion unit. This unexpected issue necessitated thorough invest...

Service Disruption on Bute Ferry Due to Fast Rescue Craft Issue
Aug 25, 2025

On August 24, the ferry 'Bute', which operates on the Wemyss Bay to Rothesay route, encountered a mechanical issue with its fast rescue craft. This unexpected breakdown led to the cancellation of two...

Sailings Disrupted on Wemyss Bay-Rothesay Route Due to Fuel Problems
Jul 24, 2025

On July 22, the ferry 'Bute', which connects Wemyss Bay to Rothesay, encountered a fuel-related issue that resulted in the cancellation of several sailings. Specifically, the 10:00 a.m. and 12:15 p.m....

Rescue Boat Malfunction Halts Sailings on Wemyss Bay-Rothesay Route
Apr 07, 2025

On April 7, the ferry 'Bute', which serves the Wemyss Bay to Rothesay route, encountered a technical malfunction involving its rescue boat, prompting the need for immediate inspections at Rothesay por...

Service Disruptions on Wemyss Bay-Rothesay Route Due to Rescue Boat Technical Malfunction
Mar 17, 2025

On March 16, 2025, the CalMac-operated ferry 'Bute', which runs the Wemyss Bay-Rothesay route, encountered a technical malfunction with its rescue boat. As a result, several sailings were regrettably...

MV Bute's Return Delayed: Repairs Extend Time in Shipyard
Dec 04, 2021

The MV Bute has hit a snag in its operations, having been taken out of service on November 20, with hopes for its return dashed as it remains in the shipyard longer than anticipated. Initially expecte...

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